The Climate Action Era
2011 - 2024
2017
Historic Plastic Bag Ban
Kenya implements the world's toughest ban on single-use plastic bags to protect its ecosystems.
Parallel Impact
Plastic Waste Crisis
Clogged waterways
Before the ban, 'flying toilets' and plastic waste choked urban drainage systems and threatened livestock.
Environmental Recovery
Cleaner cities
Within years, the ban significantly reduced visible waste and paved the way for a more sustainable 'green' economy.
2023
Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi
Kenya hosts the first-ever Africa Climate Summit, positioning itself as a leader in global climate diplomacy.